Effective Date: August 12, 2025

Eastern Shore Microbes (“Company,” “we,” “our,” or “us”) values your privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and protect your information when you visit our website, https://esmicrobes.com (“Site”).

By using our Site, you consent to the practices described in this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue use of the Sites.

1. Information We Collect

We may collect the following types of information:

a. Information You Provide Directly

  • Name, email address, phone number, company name, and any other details you provide when you contact us, request information, or complete a form.
  • Messages or content submitted through our inquiry forms or email.

b. Information Collected Automatically

When you visit our Site, we may automatically collect:

  • IP address, browser type, device type, operating system, and referring URL.
  • Pages you view, links you click, and the date/time of your visits.
  • Cookies and similar tracking technologies.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to inquiries and provide requested services or information.
  • Improve our website functionality, user experience, and offerings.
  • Send updates, promotional materials, or newsletters (only if you opt in).
  • Maintain security and prevent fraud.
  • Comply with legal and regulatory requirements.

4. How We Share Your Information

We do not sell or rent your personal information. We may share your information in the following situations:

  • Service Providers: With trusted third-party vendors who help operate our Site, host data, or perform business functions.
  • Legal Requirements: When required by law, regulation, or legal process.
  • Business Transfers: In connection with a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets.

5. Data Security

We implement reasonable technical and organizational measures to protect your personal information from unauthorized access, use, or disclosure. However, no method of transmission over the internet or storage system is 100% secure.

6. Your Rights

Depending on your location, you may have certain rights regarding your personal information:

  • Access and Portability – Request a copy of the personal data we hold about you.
  • Correction – Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete data.
  • Deletion – Request deletion of your data, subject to legal requirements.
  • Opt-Out – Opt out of receiving marketing communications.

To exercise your rights, please contact us at info@esmicrobes.com.

7. California Privacy Rights (CCPA)

If you are a California resident, you have the right to request:

  • The categories and specific pieces of personal information we have collected about you.
  • The purposes for which we use your information.
  • Deletion of your personal data (with certain exceptions).

We will not discriminate against you for exercising your rights under the CCPA.

8. International Data Transfers (GDPR)

If you are visiting from the European Economic Area (EEA), your data may be transferred to and processed in countries outside the EEA. We will take appropriate measures to ensure that your personal information is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy and applicable law.

10. Children’s Privacy

Our Site is not directed to individuals under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with the updated Effective Date.

12. Contact Us

Eastern Shore Microbes
15397 Merry Cat Lane
Po Box 216
Belle Haven, Va, 23306
Email: info@esmicrobes.com
Phone: (757) 387-7530